There is a particular kind of magic in a well-made cocktail, and an even deeper one when it is steeped in tea. This weekend, we are pouring both. From golden hour on Saturday to Sunday's last lazy sip, these Spellbound Sips recipes turn our favorite Magic Hour blends into something worth raising a glass to.
What Is the Spellbound Sips Cocktail Series?
Spellbound Sips is our tea cocktail and mocktail series, built for sipping slowly and sharing generously. Each recipe starts with a Magic Hour tea, steeped strong and cooled, then folded into a drink worthy of the season. Whether you are pouring for one or hosting a full coven, these recipes are meant to be a ritual as much as a recipe.
Saturday: Day Drink, Night Spell
How Do You Take a Tea Cocktail from Golden Hour to Midnight?
Saturday's lineup moves with the sun, bright and citrusy by day, dark and decadent by night. Here is your full spellbook for the day.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz tequila blanco
- 1 oz cooled, double-strength brewed Haunted Hibiscus
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz agave syrup
- Tajín, for the rim
- Lime wheel, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Brew Haunted Hibiscus double-strength, then let it cool completely.
2. Rim a rocks glass with Tajín.
3. Shake the tequila, tea, lime juice, and agave with ice.
4. Strain over fresh ice and garnish with a lime wheel.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz cooled, double-strength brewed Candy Corn
- 2 dashes vanilla bitters
- Orange peel, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Brew Candy Corn tea double-strength, then let it cool completely.
2. Stir the bourbon, tea, and bitters with ice.
3. Strain over one large ice cube.
4. Express an orange peel over the top and drop it in.
Black Cat Brownie Espresso Martini☕️
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz cooled, double-strength brewed Black Cat Brownie
- 0.5 oz coffee liqueur
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- 3 coffee beans, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Brew Black Cat Brownie double-strength, then let it cool completely.
2. Shake the vodka, tea, coffee liqueur, and simple syrup hard with ice until frothy.
3. Double strain into a chilled coupe.
4. Garnish with three coffee beans.
Ingredients:
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur
- 3 oz chilled brewed Freya the Radiant
- 3 oz prosecco
- Splash of soda water
- Orange slice, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Brew Freya the Radiant, then chill completely.
2. Fill a wine glass with ice.
3. Add the elderflower liqueur and chilled tea.
4. Top with prosecco and a splash of soda water. Garnish with an orange slice.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz coffee liqueur
- 1 oz cooled, double-strength brewed Queen of the South
- 1 oz cream or oat milk
Instructions:
1. Brew Queen of the South double-strength, then let it cool completely.
2. Fill a rocks glass with ice.
3. Add the vodka, coffee liqueur, and tea.
4. Top with cream, and stir gently to combine.
Sunday: Sunday Funday Spellbook
What Makes a Brunch Cocktail Feel Like a Ritual?
Sunday calls for something lighter, brighter, and built for sharing. These two recipes close out the weekend on a sweet note.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz vodka
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- Sugar, for the rim
- Lemon twist, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Rim a coupe glass with sugar.
2. Shake the vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice.
3. Strain into the glass and garnish with a lemon twist.
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle chilled white wine
- 1 cup chilled brewed Magic Hour fruit tea of choice
- 0.5 cup orange liqueur
- Mixed fresh fruit
- Splash of soda water, per glass
Instructions:
1. Brew your chosen fruit tea, then chill completely.
2. Combine the wine, tea, orange liqueur, and fruit in a pitcher.
3. Chill for at least one hour.
4. Top individual glasses with a splash of soda water before serving.
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Key Takeaways
- Spellbound Sips pairs Magic Hour teas with classic cocktails, brewed strong and cooled before mixing.
- Saturday moves from bright, citrus-forward day drinks into dark, decadent nightcaps.
- Sunday closes the weekend with two lighter brunch-style recipes.
- Every recipe starts the same way: brew double-strength, then cool completely before mixing.
- Mocktail versions can be made by swapping the alcohol for sparkling water or a non-alcoholic spirit alternative.
FAQs
Can I make these recipes without alcohol?
Yes. Any of these recipes can be made as a mocktail by swapping the spirit for sparkling water, a non-alcoholic spirit alternative, or simply doubling the tea component.
Do I need special equipment to make these?
No. A shaker, a strainer, and a way to steep tea are all you need. A fine mesh strainer helps when double-straining the espresso martini.
How strong should I brew the tea for these recipes?
Brew each tea double-strength (roughly double the loose leaf per cup of water) so the tea flavor holds up once mixed with other ingredients, then cool it completely before using.
Can I make a pitcher of these ahead of time for a party?
Yes, most of these scale well for a crowd. Brew and cool a larger batch of tea ahead of time, then multiply the remaining ingredients and mix to order or in a large pitcher.
